castigate KAS-ti-gayt verb WS #8

to criticize or punish severely; to reprimand harshly; to chastise

1. The critic castigated the film for its poor script and acting.
2. She castigated herself for making such a careless mistake.
3. The politician was castigated in the press for the controversial remarks.
4. The coach castigated the team for their lack of effort during the game.
5. The teacher castigated the student for cheating on the exam.